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Tucker Dance Studio
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Atlanta Montessori International
Briar Vista Elementary School
Brockett Elementary School
Chaya Mushka Children's House
Chesnut Elementary
Crabapple weekday preschool
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Dunwoody Christian Academy
Dunwoody Christian School
Dunwoody Elementary School
Dunwoody Elementary 4th/5th grade annex
Dunwoody Prep
Evansdale Elementary
Friendship Learning Center - Tucker
Fulton Science Academy
Goddard - Midtown
Harmony Grove UMC Preschool
Henderson Mill Elementary School
High Point Elementary
JKG After School
Kanoheda Elementary
Kingfisher Academy
Kingsley Charter School
Kittredge Magnet School
Laurel Ridge Elementary
Lilburn Christian Preschool
Livsey Elementary School
Main Street Preschool - Tucker
Midvale Elementary School
OUTDOOR DANCE classes
Primrose Mansell
St Lukes Presbyterian - Dunwoody
St. Peter Claver
TFUMC preschool Tucker
The Epstein School
The Globe Academy
The Harvest School
The Museum School
Vanderlyn Elementary School
Woodland Charter School
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Whitney Teyf
Artistic Director/Owner/Founder
Whitney Teyf, originally from Northern Virginia, has been pursuing her passion for dance since the age of three. Whitney has extensive experience in teaching, choreographing, and performance. She received her BFA in Dance Education from East Carolina University in 2006. During her time at ECU she was a member of the Pure Gold Dance Team and the ECU Jazz Performing Group. She was both a principle dancer in the outdoor drama Horn in the West and choreographer / performer at the Powderhorn Black Box Theatre in Boone, NC. She was a company member with Atlanta Dance Project. She has performed at the Kennedy Center in Washington D.C., with Atlanta Ballet's Fusion Project,and most recently with Atlanta Dance Project at the Alliance Theatre. She founded the dance program at Vanderlyn Elementary in 2006 and taught dance there full time for eight years. She has been featured in Tucker's Up Close and Personal magazine , Dance Studio Life magazine, VOYAGEATL online magazine, All Business Media FM, and most recently in "Shoutout Atlanta" online magazine.
Emily Peay
Director of operations/ Dance Instructor
Emily Peay is a native of Kennesaw, Ga where she received her BA in Dance at Kennesaw State University. Her early years were spent training in ballet, tap, jazz, modern, and hip-hop at Great Gig Dance Company. She also participated in several summer intensives and workshops including the Joffrey School of Ballet in NYC (2008), Atlanta Rhythm Tap Ensemble in ATL (2010), and Staibdance's Summer Intensive in Italy (2014). Her first time working with Emily Cargill and Dancers was for the MAD Festival in Atlanta (2014) and she has been dancing her heart out with ECD ever since. A few other ECD performances include the Detroit Dance City Festival (2014), the New Grounds Dance Festival in Tampa, FL (2015), Art on the ATL Beltline (2015), Dance Canvas (2016), and SLIT (2016), ECD's evening length work. After an unfortunate bout of injuries, Emily is looking forward to continuing her professional career. She has been a part of the EIM Dance Family for six years! Although dance has always been Emily's first love, she also finds music inspiring and she believes all forms of art help her grow as a creative mover.
Jessica Tyson
Jessica began dancing at the young age of two. She participated in competitive dance for 15 years. Her passion includes tap, jazz, ballet, and hip-hop. She later became a dance instructor for West Georgia Dance Company where she trained young, aspiring dancers until leaving to attend school. She now has a B.S. in Psychology from The University of Georgia. Jessica is a dedicated individual, excited to share her love of dance with others!
Q Harper
Q Harper is a professional dancer from Atlanta Ga. He started off as a b-boy and street hip hop dancer. After years of training and joining a team of dedicated dancers, he proved himself as more than just a street dancer, but a presence in the dance world. Q has been featured along with his team in music videos, working with artist such as T-Pain and Roscoe Dash. He has also appeared in shows and films being filmed in Atlanta Ga and was also a finalist along with his team Royal Flush, on Mtv's Americas Best Dance Crew. He is an active choreographer/dancer and instructor, performing and teaching all over the country.
Aaron Davidson
Aaron represents a new generation of recording artists. Real name, Aaron Davidson, the young performer adds the title of acclaimed producer and songwriter to an already impressive repertoire. Aaron began studying the movement of great performers like Michael Jackson and Usher early on. He was captivated by their talent and in awe of their generosity. At that moment he vowed his life to his passion for music and performance. He studied at various different dance and competition academies on scholarship, becoming technically trained in all dance styles including hip hop, ballet, jazz, contemporary, tap, African, lyrical, and modern. Finding a love for the stage, Aaron began to perform in talent shows & showcases spanning the South East. Age 20, Aaron initially draws in all his audiences with his husky tone and charms them with his honest lyrics. Strapped with a composition book and pen, Aaron began to write. His poetry turned into thought provoking lyrics, and his melodies evolved into beats. Currently writing for EMI, Aaron is busy working on his debut EP & attending Georgia State University in Atlanta. He is on his way to simultaneously achieving a BA and MA is media production, and is already on track for graduating with honors and academic recognition. Stay tuned. There's more to come from this rising talent!
Lezette Jordan
LeZette Jordan is a native of Chicago,lL where she was raised with Arts in Education via The Joseph Holmes Dance Company and the Chicago Public School System .LeZette has traveled and performed throughout the United States and Abroad. One of her goals is to continue to introduce dance to as many children as possible helping to promote a love for the art form as well as build character in their lives.She has been teaching in the Atlanta Metropolitan area for over fifteen years. LeZette teaches her students the discipline and the fun of dance. Trained in Jazz,Ballet and ethnic techniques, she brings a wealth of experience and versatility to students.
Devon Szklanka
Devon Szklanka, originally from a small town in northern Pennsylvania, has been dancing since the age of 5 has 18 years of training in ballet, jazz, tap, theatre, contemporary, and hip hop. After completing a great bulk of her training at her home studio under the instruction of Duane and Kellie Gordner, Devon was accepted into the Dance program at The University of the Arts in Philadelphia. There she trained under the instruction of Donna Fay Burchfield and many prestigious staff where she earned her Certificate in Dance. From there Devon continued to pursue her love for dance in Los Angeles, California. Over time there she trained under some of the top working teachers in Los Angeles at studios including Millenium Dance Complex, EDGE Performing Arts Center, and Debbie Reynolds Dance Studio. She has been apart of numerous concept videos with other professional dancers, and had the pleasure of working with artist Ian Erix in his new music video. Devon had the privilege of being on the set of many shows including Glee, 2 Broke Girls, Nike, and AT&T. After 2 years in Los Angeles, Devon joined the Sesame Street Live: Make a New Friend cast as a performer, she toured for 10 months performing shows all over the United States. Devon has experience in choreography and teaching and couldn't be more excited to share her love and gift with others as she begins her journey in Atlanta.
Joi Riley
Joi Riley, Atlanta, Georgia native has been dancing for 12 years, and sharing her passion teaching within her community for the last 5 years. Since Fall of 2003 at the age 7 when enrolled in Jazz and Hip Hop dance classes at Iris Academy of Music & Movement with Iris Goode and Lashawn Cook. She developed the skills to become a competitive dancer, exploring many different genres. During Middle and High school, she was on the majorette team; her drive and passion for the arts granted her the opportunity to pursue leadership roles. As she grew older her focus shifted more on teaching and choreographing. She became a demonstrator and from there progressed to teaching and choreographing dances at her home studio. In 2015, graduating from high school her home studio closed down. That Summer she started a summer camp for kids and that was the start of "Dance for Joi Dance Company". Her company has competed and performed throughout Georgia. Winning many prestigious awards and titles! As a new studio owner she enjoys sharing her love of dance and seeing her vision come to life. Dance for Joi is not only teaching dance but also teaching discipline, responsibility and the importance of building true friendships that will carry them through all stages of life. Joi will continue to take opportunities to grow, define personal dance skills and her teaching methods.
Olivia Gelfand
Olivia Gelfand, a North Georgia native, has been dancing since the age of 4. She is classically trained in ballet, but has also received extensive training in modern, tap, jazz, hip-hop, musical theatre, and contemporary styles. Throughout high school, she was a senior company member at R.I.S.P.A. in Milton, GA, where she performed and competed. In 2018, Olivia completed her Bachelors degree (BA) in Dance, with a minor in Food & Nutrition from the University of Alabama. During her time at UA, she focused her studies on modern dance, and developed an interest in youth dance education. She was an active member of RipTide (the University Hip-Hop team), the Dance Honors Society of Alabama, and performed with Alabama Repertory Dance Theatre. In 2017, Olivia continued her formal training across the pond, when she spent a semester at the University of Roehampton in London, UK. Olivia is excited to be joining the EIM Dance family!
Mary Evelyn Hunt
Mary-Evelyn Hunt (Atlanta, GA) began her dance training at The Georgia Ballet and Powerhouse Dance Company where she extensively studied ballet, jazz, and contemporary. She graduated with a BA in Mass Communication and a Dance Minor from Georgia College and State University. She danced principle roles including Giselle and the Sugarplum Fairy with the Georgia College Community Dance Program. She obtained her MFA in Choreography from the University of North Carolina Greensboro where she received the Outstanding Teaching Assistant Award for the College of Visual and Performing Arts. She was a 2018-2019 ImmerseATL Artist and has danced for many independent choreographers in Atlanta.
Hope Burt
Hope Burt was born in Detroit Michigan but raised in Southern California. She began dancing at the age of 10 and immediately discovered her passion! Hope quickly developed a love for all dance styles but through intensive training and hard work, reached a high level of accomplishment in Hip Hop, Ballet, Jazz and Lyrical. She later added contemporary, Heels and ballroom to her repertoire. Hope has won numerous awards and scholarships including a full scholarship to Dance Educators of America's Ballet Seminar where she trained under nationally renowned ballet instructors. Her achievements include; winning the Leap Contest and being featured on the front page of the competition website. Hope has performed annually as one of the featured "soloist" in the Nutcracker Ballet. The Nutcracker is performed at the Maxwell C. King Center in front of an audience of more than 1000 people! In addition to performance, Hope is an up and coming choreographer known throughout Brevard County, Florida and Atlanta, Georgia for creating innovative and unique choreography. With Hope's passion for entertainment it was only the natural step for her to also pursue it commercially and is represented by Legacy Talent Group Inc & 411 South. She's quickly become the one to watch with her strong desire to become one of the most powerful women entrepreneurs in America
Kimberly Desormeaux
Kimberly Desormeaux is an Atlanta native. She trained at the Decatur School of Ballet and then continued to dance while attending Georgia Tech and then Georgia State University - where she was president and principal dancer for the dance company. She started teaching at Festival Ballet in Clayton County and then worked as the Assistant Artistic Director; teaching and choreographing for the Junior Company. Dancing as a soloist for the Senior company, she has performed in Nutcracker, Cinderella, Coppelia, and Alice in Wonderland to name a few. She took a break from dancing and teaching and now has a family with 5 sons. She enjoys instilling the love of dance in others and is excited to be doing this as part of the EIM family.
Hope Collins
Hope Collins is an Atlanta native. She is currently a junior at Chamblee Charter High School. She has been dancing since she was 3 years old, and had been a part of EIM since 3rd grade. She has training in jazz, hip hop, lyrical, and musical theater dance. She has an avid love for the performing arts be it, theater, dance, or playing instruments. She plans to pursue a career in performing arts and major in it in once she graduates. She could not be more excited to be a part of the EIM team!
Jamal SURF Clay started his interest in dance while in Hardaway High School after being inspired by films like Breakin 1 & 2.The creativity, dynamics and freedom in dancing has inspired his style to have a combination of (Breakin, B-Boying or Breakdancing), Poppin and Lock-in. Eager to express, he performed in his High School talent show and other performances.Later on, his skills encouraged him to move to Atlanta,where he became more involved and earned more from various dancers who also shared the same passion. He studied and trained with some of the top bboys and poppers in the city plus took various workshops in Atlanta and New York. Since then, he has earned respect to be a member of HBO (Home Boys Only, One of Atlanta's premier bboy crews), TBB:The Bronx Boys rocking crew (Atlanta Chapter) and FullStyle Fam from the country Panama. Surf is currently Vice President for TBB Atlanta chapter. In addition his dance has been seen performing for Atlanta Zoo, various churches, street shows, festivals and a Hip Hop play. He is also a member of the ATL Breakers who are the dance team for the Atlanta Braves and a member of the A-Town Breakers. A group of bboys/bgirls who dances with the Atlanta Hawks. His main style of dance is BBOY yet he can also dance popping, locking, Uprock (rock dance) and house dance. He also taught workshops around Atlanta and in Panama. In his free time Surf likes to travel, draw and read. In addition Surf has also judged a few competitions as well taught workshops in Atlanta and Panama. Plus with blessings worked youth boys in The Salvation Army shelter.
Molly Cash
Molly Cash is an Atlantan, born and raised. She is a senior at Dunwoody High School and has been with EIM since she was in second grade at Vanderlyn Elementary. She has been in the performing arts, be it dancing, singing, or acting (or all three!) since she was 6 and hopes to pass her passion for dance and performance onto the next generation of EIM dancers. Molly has assisted and taught ballet, jazz, and hip hop at EIM summer camps for many years. She cannot wait to teach your child dance!
Jasmine Gray - Dance Instructor
Jasmine Gray attended Avondale Elementary School of the Performing Arts and DeKalb School of the Arts. She was blessed with the opportunity to study Dance under R&B artist, Usher Raymond, which jump started her passion for the industry. Jasmine graduated from The University of Central Florida with a B.S in Event Management and minor in Dance. She has had the pleasure of dancing and choreographing for BET, MTV, HSN Networks, Lil Wayne, Skrillex, DJ Khaled,Universal Music Group, Epic Records, and Atlantic Records to name a few. Her choreography has won numerous awards including Prelude, NDA, UDA and World of Dance Orlando. She is currently touring with Americas Got Talent "iLuminate". Jasmine takes pride in her ability to transform children's self-esteem and self-worth through the art of Dance.
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